COPIER LEASE FOR CHEMAWA INDIAN SCHOOL
ID: 140A2324Q0524Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEBUREAU OF INDIAN AFFAIRSINDIAN EDUCATION ACQUISITION OFFICEAlbuquerque, NM, 87104, USA

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Office Machinery and Equipment Rental and Leasing (532420)

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IT and Telecom - End User as a Service: Help Desk;Tier 1-2,Workspace,Print,Output,Productivity Tools (DE10)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The Department of the Interior, specifically the Bureau of Indian Affairs, is seeking proposals for the leasing of five multi-functional Canon Image Runner DX C5850i copiers for the Chemawa Indian School. The procurement includes comprehensive services such as annual maintenance support, delivery, installation, and training, structured over a base year with four optional renewal years. This initiative aims to enhance operational efficiency within the school by replacing outdated equipment, thereby supporting the educational institution's administrative and instructional needs. Interested vendors should direct inquiries to Brandon Walker at Brandon.Walker@bie.edu or call (505) 803-4254, with proposals evaluated based on technical capability and pricing in accordance with federal regulations.

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    The Bureau of Indian Education's Chemawa Indian School requires the leasing of five multi-functional copy machines, specifically Canon Image Runner DX C5850i models. The agreement includes an annual maintenance support, delivery, installation, and training for the operation of the copiers over a base year plus four option years. The equipment is to be leased either as brand name or equivalent, necessitating a comparison report for alternative products. The document provides usage estimates for current Xerox models, outlining output metrics for various departments, emphasizing the need for upgraded equipment to maintain operational efficiency. The proposal reflects the government's commitment to supporting educational institutions by ensuring they have access to necessary resources for effective administration and instructional support.
    The document outlines a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for a Copier Lease at the Chemawa Indian School, managed by the Department of the Interior's Bureau of Indian Education. It anticipates awarding a single firm fixed-price purchase order for copier services over a base year plus four optional years. The RFQ details specifications for the types of copier services required, including help desk support and productivity tools. The total procurement includes specific invoicing instructions, emphasizing the need for electronic submissions via the Internet Payment Platform (IPP). Contractors are required to comply with various federal regulations, including the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and relevant clauses concerning small business participation. Quotes will be evaluated based on technical capability and price, with specific provisions for submitting competitive offers. The document reinforces the necessity of protecting personal identifiable information (PII) and compliance with information security policies. Additionally, contractors must demonstrate their qualifications and ability to meet the requirements outlined within the solicitation. This RFQ thus serves as a formal solicitation for essential services aimed at ensuring operational efficiency at the school while adhering to federal regulations and standards.
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